Rain Barrel

Rain, rain go away...wait stay!

Rain barrels have been used for centuries to conserve water and you can lower your water bills and improve streamways by reducing water consumption.

Fifty-five gallon barrels can be incorporated into your landscape by planting shrubbery or flowers around it or by painting the barrel as part of a creative art project. Rain barrels are subject to applicable laws and provisions including but not limited to the Overland Park Municipal Code.

Three local organizations sell barrels for a low cost and offer instruction on how to assemble it, or you can build your own.

Barrels and parts kits, which include everything you need, can be purchased through: